When there is a difference of over a 1,000 schools in several districts, how does one trust their findings" asked Patil. The state claimed that a total of 3,637 schools were surveyed, of which 95 per cent bags complied with the guidelines. However, an RTI obtained in July 2016 revealed that a total of 2,223 schools were surveyed, of which 94 per cent schools complied with the norms. On the one hand, schools are told to take measures to reduce bag weight while on the other hand, the state itself is increasing the bag weight" added Patil. Only 10% bags surveyedAnother important objection that Patil is going to raise in the court is that of number of schools surveyed by the state.

Source: dna March 03, 2017 02:15 UTC